Laksh Bhalla

GP - Investments at Kaizen Ventures
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South Yarra, Victoria, Australia, AU
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  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Hindi Full professional proficiency

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Experience

    • Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • GP - Investments
      • Jun 2023 - Present

      A consortium of leading emerging tech pioneers & contributors, re-investing into the most promising global innovators We fuel early stage startups and provide networks to accelerate growth. Syndicate of Angel Investors A consortium of leading emerging tech pioneers & contributors, re-investing into the most promising global innovators We fuel early stage startups and provide networks to accelerate growth. Syndicate of Angel Investors

    • United Kingdom
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • GTM Consultant
      • May 2023 - Present

      Mintd Labs is a boutique blockchain consultancy firm, my role centers around strategic partnerships and go-to-market strategies in specific for 'The Smiley Company'. Mintd work closely with brands to create innovative and exciting digital infrastructures, particularly in the context of NFT launches. Key responsibilities include: • Advising on go-to-market strategies, notably for the Smiley Company's NFT launch. This included an analysis of market trends, competitive landscape, and potential strategic angles. • Securing strategic partnerships to drive growth. This involved identifying potential partners, building relationships, and negotiating partnership agreements. Show less

    • France
    • Real Estate
    • Lead Investment Analyst (Ventures)
      • Dec 2022 - Jul 2023

      At Perion Dao, an organization that raised $16m USD at a $50m valuation - Dedicated to accelerating the shift to web3 by backing top-tier teams, my role in the treasury management/ventures arm was both analytical and strategic. I was deeply involved in crafting investment theses, analyzing potential investments, and maintaining transparency through regular financial updates. Key responsibilities included: • Creating public-facing content that explored the interplay between macro equities markets and the crypto markets, enhancing understanding among our stakeholders. • Analyzing potential investments and crafting comprehensive investment memos that assessed strengths, opportunities, and potential challenges to ultimately decide whether to deploy capital. • Providing monthly treasury balance sheet updates, fostering transparency and confidence among stakeholders. • Crafting our investment allocation thesis for the treasury. This involved thorough analysis of different market sectors, evaluation of growth potential, and assessment of individual tokenomics and value accrual within individual protocols in each sector. Through this role, I deepened my understanding of deal flow, due dilligence and the space as a whole, I honed my analytical skills in both financial management and market analysis, and contributed strategically to our investment portfolio. Show less

    • United States
    • Advertising Services
    • Contributor / Analyst (Ventures)
      • Dec 2022 - Jul 2023

      At Upside, an emerging tech fund designed to nurture the next generation of builders, my role was multifaceted. We were deeply involved in re-investing capital, capabilities, and connections into promising emerging tech projects, providing a supportive platform for their acceleration and growth. Key responsibilities included: • Driving deal flow for potential venture investments, effectively scouting and identifying promising projects in the web3 space. • Analyzing pitch decks alongside other Dao members, offering critical insights and evaluations to inform investment decisions. • Crafting investment memos that thoroughly examined the strengths, opportunities, and potential risks associated with potential investments. Through this role, I honed my analytical skills, gaining valuable experience in deal sourcing, investment analysis, and the exciting landscape of web3 ventures. Show less

    • United Kingdom
    • Marketing Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • GTM / Growth Associate
      • Jul 2022 - Feb 2023

      In my role as a GTM / Growth Consultant at Flight3, I specialized in developing and implementing go-to-market strategies for key players in the web3 ecosystem. By leveraging deep insights into the rapidly evolving blockchain industry, my team and I provided blueprints for product and protocol launches, contributing to the success and traction of these projects within the web3 world. Our client roster comprised some of the biggest names in the field, including Solana, Near Protocol, SteadyStack Titans, Tezos, and OKX. We devised robust growth strategies, leveraging our expertise to drive user adoption and facilitate the successful launch of their initiatives. Key responsibilities included: - Crafting comprehensive go-to-market strategies tailored to the needs of clients operating within the web3 space. - Consulting on growth strategies to ensure the successful adoption and traction of newly launched products/protocols. - Navigating the dynamic landscape of blockchain technology, staying abreast of trends, and capitalizing on opportunities for client growth and expansion. This role provided me the opportunity to deepen my understanding of the web3 ecosystem and enhance my skills in strategic growth planning, trend analysis, and client relationship management. Show less

    • Romania
    • Technology, Information and Internet
    • Data Analyst
      • Sep 2022 - Jan 2023

      At Fungify Dao, a cutting-edge NFT lending platform based in New York, I wore multiple hats, operating at the intersection of data analysis, and protocol design. The team created an innovative, non-custodial NFT index and algorithmic lending protocol, which facilitated instant NFT sales, immediate NFT-backed loans, and a yield-bearing NFT index token. We successfully tackled some of the most challenging problems within the NFT and DeFi spaces. Key responsibilities included: - Analyzing and interpreting complex industry topics, converting them into clear and concise narratives. - Engaging in deep-dive discussions on protocol design and incentives, helping shape the direction of the platform's tokenomics. - Writing insightful articles and social media content on a range of topics, including DeFi, NFTs, and product-specific narratives. - Providing insights into the DeFi and NFT space, helping guide strategy and product development. This role allowed me to sharpen my ability to distill complex information into accessible content and deepen my knowledge of the DeFi and NFT space. Show less

    • Israel
    • Arts & Crafts
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Development Associate
      • Nov 2021 - Aug 2022
    • Research Intern
      • Oct 2021 - Dec 2021

      Key responsibilities included: - Conducting detailed analysis of tokenomics and value accrual mechanisms for various protocols, gaining an in-depth understanding of their financial dynamics. - Evaluating distribution and inflation rates for potential investments, aiding in the creation of comprehensive investment strategies. - Identifying inefficiencies or potential risks within the token model, contributing to risk mitigation efforts. Through this role, I developed a profound understanding of tokenomics and value accrual mechanisms, and learned to identify where value lies within this complex landscape. Show less

Education

  • Monash University
    Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law
    2018 - 2022

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